Sodium Methyl 2-Sulfolaurate/Disodium 2-Sulfolaurate

* A surfactant

Functions:

Little information is available regarding Sodium Methyl 2-Sulfolaurate/Disodium 2-Sulfolaurate. A green blog posting an article entitled What's In Your Soap noted that this ingredient is derived from coconut oil and is a mild, non-drying cleanser. The Cosmetics Database labels it as a surfactant and foaming agent.

Safety Measures/Side Effects:

The Cosmetics Database only notes data gaps regarding this ingredient, and it is not approved by the CIR or any other organization for use in cosmetics. No information could be found regarding hazardous side effects.